instant-pot ChartsDATASHEET // CT-IP-049
instant-potSTATE: FRESHVERIFIED DATASHEET
How Long to Cook Salmon Fillets (Fresh Center Cut) in the instant pot
Specification: 6 oz fresh skinless salmon fillets, wrapped in parchment packet with butter, herbs, and lemon, placed on trivet
Target Temp
240°F (116°C)
Pressure Level
Total Time
3–4 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
145°F (63°C) internal
USDA Safe Pull
Release: quick release (3 min pressure + 2 min release)
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
3-Step Execution Protocol
1
Preheat & Prep
Add salmon fillets (fresh center cut) (6 oz fresh skinless salmon fillets, wrapped in parchment packet with butter, herbs, and lemon, placed on trivet) to the Instant Pot inner pot. Seal the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Select 240°F (116°C) for 3–4 mins.
2
Pressure Cook
Cook at 240°F (116°C) for 3–4 mins. Use quick release.
3
Check & Rest
Opaque center, tender flakes, buttery infused aroma, registers 145°F. After quick release, carefully open the lid away from you. Let stand 2 minutes before serving.
Verification Basis & Testing Rig
USDA FSIS Safe Minimum Internal Temperature Table for Fish; Instant Pot En Papillote Salmon Technique.
Pro Tip: Wrapping the fillets in parchment paper 'en papillote' traps the butter and herb aromatics directly against the fish.
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